Namaste: Bowing to others
Words by Carly Stoenner
Understanding the Meaning of Namaste in Yoga Saying Namaste at the end of a yoga practice is a respectful way to say “thank you” by acknowledging the teacher and the other people…
Raga: The Art of Letting Go
Words by Carly Stoenner
At Bodhi Surf + Yoga, we’ve done a deep dive into the eight limbs of yoga from the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali. These include virtuous acts and moral behaviors, Asana, Pranayama, and…
Why a Surf + Yoga Camp in Costa Rica is Ideal for Women
Words by Sheridan Plummer
At a surf and yoga camp you can find strength and confidence, push your boundaries, meet interesting and like-minded people, and be immersed in the beauty of the jungle and the ocean….
Foundational Yoga Book Recommendations
Words by Pilar
In the first installment of our Bodhi Surf + Yoga Book Club, we will hear from head yogini and Bodhi Surf + Yoga co-founder, Pilar Salazar, about the yoga books which have…
What is the Meaning of Anjali Mudra?
Words by Pilar
Anjali Mudra is a large part of the culture and practice of yoga. In this blog, we will discuss the Anjali Mudra meaning, and in so doing, we hope that you will…
Coping With Tough Times: A Daily Mantra For Positive Thinking
Words by Bodhi Surf + Yoga
“Make of this situation an enjoyable experience.” -Daily Mantra For Positive Thinking During the Covid-19 lockdown, a very powerful thought came into my mind. In the midst of that a strange and…
The Benefits of Pranayama Breathing
Words by Pilar
“When you own your breath, nobody can steal your peace.” ~Author Unknown In the great ocean of knowledge inside the science of yoga, there are many essential principles which we can learn…
4 Things a Beginner Yoga Retreat Should Have
Words by Bodhi Surf + Yoga
If you were to start looking into a beginner yoga retreat (by typing the very combination of terms into your online search platform), you would likely meet a barrage of articles claiming…
Do I Have to Change My Diet to Do Yoga?
Words by Bodhi Surf + Yoga
Yoga is for everyone. Yoga is for people who are vegan, gluten-free, paleo dieters, sugar addicts, omnivores, and any other diet you can think of. Yet if this is the case, why…
Props or No Props: Are Props Necessary in My Yoga Practice?
Words by Bodhi Surf + Yoga
Unfortunately, there is no short answer for the question “is it necessary to use props in yoga class?”. If there were, I probably wouldn’t be here writing a blog about it, and…
